Consultant Interventional Cardiologist

Job Purpose

• The Consultant, Interventional Cardiologist will provide the highest standard of clinical care in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of patients with cardiovascular disease, particularly those requiring interventional procedures.
• The consultant will perform catheter-based interventions, including diagnostic right and left heart catheterizations, angioplasty including primary PCI, and structural heart disease procedures such as ASD and VSD closures, TAVI, and Mitral Clip procedures.
• The role holder will also play a central role in strategic development, quality improvement, research, and education within the department.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities
Clinical Care and Leadership:

• Take leadership in the explanation of procedures and diagnostic results to patients.
• Take ownership of approving patient discharges, follow-up plans, and medical reports.
• Take ownership of collaboration with colleagues to deliver a high-quality, timely service and work towards meeting the AMCE’s and departmental objectives.
• Provide leadership and training for staff in relation to interventional cardiology.
• Discuss the risks and benefits associated with any potential interventional procedure and how it would benefit the patient.

Strategic Development:

• Participate in clinical research to develop new interventional cardiology techniques for treating disease.
• Assist in the review of current policies and procedures relating to interventional cardiology, offering advice on new practices that could be implemented within the department.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to improve patient outcomes.
• Interpret complex test results, using information to provide diagnoses and treatment options to patients and other healthcare professionals.
• Explain to patients how they can prepare for any procedures that are to be carried out.

Governance and Quality Assurance:

• Ensure correct governance arrangements, including the management of finance and regulatory activities where appropriate.
• Assist in monitoring resource utilisation, supplies, and expenses, ensuring compliance with organisational parameters.
• Ensure personal and departmental compliance with applicable statutory guidance, carrying out practices that meet statutory regulations and guidelines.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MBBS, MBBCh, MD) from a recognized medical school.
• Completed Fellowship or Residency in Cardiology from a reputable institution.
• Valid medical license.
• Extensive experience (5 years) as a Consultant Interventional Cardiologist.
• Extensive experience and a successful track record of building effective partnerships with medical colleagues.
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients.
• Special skills training in Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).
• Experience in electrophysiology will be an added advantage.

Must-Have Skills:

• Cardiology
• Interventional Cardiology. 

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
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